Maia
Maia: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmeɪ.ə/ · /ˈmaɪ.ə/
Meaning and origin of Maia
- A female given name.
- A female given name from Latin, of recent usage.
- A female given name, variant of Maya.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek Μαῖα (Maîa).
How popular is Maia?
Since 1880, 18,200 girls in the U.S. have been named Maia. Its highest rank for girls was #420 in 2022. In 2025 it ranked #433 for girls, with 715 babies given the name.
Names similar to Maia
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Maia
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Maia FAQ
What does the name Maia mean?
A female given name. A female given name from Latin, of recent usage. A female given name, variant of Maya. From Ancient Greek Μαῖα (Maîa).
What is the origin of the name Maia?
Maia is listed as a name of Latin origin.
How popular is the name Maia?
Since 1880, 18,200 girls in the U.S. have been named Maia. Its highest rank for girls was #420 in 2022. In 2025 it ranked #433 for girls, with 715 babies given the name.
Is Maia a boy or girl name?
Maia is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 18,200 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.